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Position Overview: Our client, a full-service engineering firm serving industrial and manufacturing sectors, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Leader with deep expertise in industrial ventilation systems. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically strong engineer ready to own both the strategic and hands-on dimensions of a specialized, high-performing department.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation department, including engineers, designers, and support staff
  • Serve as the technical authority on mechanical engineering deliverables, ensuring quality and consistency
  • Partner with project managers and discipline leads to execute complex, multi-discipline projects
  • Mentor and develop talent across the team, driving both technical and professional growth
  • Own department standards, tools, and best practices — and continuously raise the bar
  • Contribute to client relationships and business development, including proposals and estimating
  • Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and environmental compliance standards
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Demonstrated leadership or department management experience
  • Strong working knowledge of industrial ventilation standards — ACGIH, NFPA, ASHRAE
  • Background in industrial project environments — chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, or similar
  • Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Why This Role
  • Step into a visible leadership seat with real influence over department direction and growth
  • Work on technically complex, specialized projects with an established and respected team
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and long-term upside

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Experience level

Manager

Location

Hamilton, OH

Occupation

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Industry

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Posted

3 days ago

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